Tampa Tarpons manager Rachel Balkovec takes the field in Lakeland, FL (John Brophy/Pinstriped Prospects)

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A series for the history books: Rachel Balkovec and the Tampa Tarpons win the opening series in Lakeland

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April 12, 2022

Rachel Balkovec, the first female manager in professional affiliated baseball, took the field with her Single-A Tampa Tarpons for the first time on Friday in Lakeland, Florida, blazing a new trail for other women aspiring to be involved in sports. The Lakeland Flying Tigers donated over 1,000 tickets to local girls sports teams so they…

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In this article:Anthony Garcia., Anthony Seigler, Antonio Gomez, Carlos Gomez, Danny Watson, Featured, Jasson Dominguez, Josue Panacual, Luis Santos, Madison Santos, Marcos Cabrera, Rachel Balkovec, Roberto Chirinos, Tampa Tarpons, Tyrone Yulie, Zach Messinger

Written By John Brophy

Originally a native of Southern Connecticut, John has lived in the Tampa area since 2010 and has been a Tarpons fan since 2012. John is excited to bring you along as the Baby Bombers work their way up to The Bronx.